First episode covers Victoria's growth from bullied princess to reigning queen, and includes her romance and marriage with Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha. Each episode begins and ends by a section with 'Old Victoria,' at the age of about 78.

Second episode shows Victoria's life from first pregnancy to Albert's death, including family life together and his increasing public role. Each episode begins and ends in small section with 'Old Victoria,' at age about 78.